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So, on the 40 man roster, who leaves the team so that Trammell and Dozier can join it? There's also Almonte, who's a pretty good candidate to make the team (Margot replacement).

I just raked the roster list, for "extra" players, those who may not contribute on the MLB roster, or those who have go make the 25 man or go somewhere else:

Guerra (assuming he's not MLB ready, he's gone one way or the other)
Valera (waiver claim, anyways)
Olivares (just because, if adding OF, subtract OF)
Ona (Same reason as Olivares)
Myers (it's already been tried; I think the F.O. has decided to keep him for at least the 1st half of 2020.)
Profar (Only logical reason, would be to save salary; trade or outright DFA. Unlikely)
Hedges (if someone takes him, Torrens comes up, but leaves the team a bit thin on MLB ready C depth.)
Perdomo (same catagory as Guerra; it's the bullpen in SD or somewhere else, because he has no options. I'd lose/trade him before Guerra, who has a higher upside)

So, yeah, there are a couple of names there who are less painful, but Valera is the only one I'd think is immediately expendable.
Espinosa is already on the 60 day IL. He's the only Padre currently on the IL.

A couple of these guys are going to have to be moved, to add all three of Trammell, Dozier, and Almonte.
Not sure if there are others, e.g. pitchers who might have to go on the 40 man roster. There's got to be someone else who needs a spot. that I missed. Maybe Gore?!

I can see TT making the team... Naylor + Wing + Perdomo + + for something.. In a 3 (40 man) for 1 + prospect/s type deal

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I can see TT making the team... Naylor + Wing + Perdomo + + for something.. In a 3 (40 man) for 1 + prospect/s type deal

Keep Almonte, Pedromo, Guerra who are out of options. Send Wingenter, Bednar, Castillo, Morejon, Gore, Patino, Quantrill, Baez, Bolanos, Naylor, Franchy Cordero, TT, Olivares , Torrens, France and Cronenworth to minors to start the season. They can always be called up if needed. Why lose anyone. Send every one with options down and give them more seasoning and everyday playing time to young players.

Dozier and Lagares can make the team over Greg Garcia who has been quiet.

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Keep Almonte, Pedromo, Guerra who are out of options. Send Wingenter, Bednar, Castillo, Morejon, Gore, Patino, Quantrill, Baez, Bolanos, Naylor, Franchy Cordero, TT, Olivares , Torrens to minors to start the season. They can always be called up if needed. Why lose anyone. Send every one with options down and give them more seasoning and everyday playing time to young players.

Dozier and Lagares can make the team over Greg Garcia who has been queit.

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Brian Dozier, 2B: After playing in the last two World Series, Dozier probably could have found a major-league deal over the winter. The veteran chose to sign a minor-league contract with the Padres because they offered the promise of an open competition at second base — a competition Dozier fully intends to win. Even if he doesn’t, there’s room for him on the roster as a bat to deploy against left-handers.

Jurickson Profar, 2B: In his final year of arbitration, Profar agreed to a $5.7 million salary for the upcoming season. But that money won’t become fully guaranteed unless he makes the opening-day roster. The Padres are unlikely to cut the one-time top prospect before March 26, but that option isn’t entirely off the table. Profar, who was a non-tender candidate before his trade from Oakland, needs to hit much better than he did last season, and his defense remains a concern.

Greg Garcia, IF: Garcia’s professionalism, on-base skills and production against right-handers quickly made him a team favorite. Even if Profar and Dozier both make the club, there would be room for a dependable utility man.

What we've learned: Dozier has entered the competition, and suddenly he's a serious candidate for the starting second base job. Dozier is in camp on a Minor League deal, but he's a heavy roster favorite and expected to challenge Profar for everyday playing time. Garcia will continue to fill his utility role, and there might just be room for another utility piece, too. Perhaps it's France, who plays primarily at the infield corners and could serve as the emergency catcher. Perhaps it's Cronenworth, a strong defender in the middle infield who also boasts a three-pitch mix as a reliever.

What's next: Profar and Dozier will continue their second-base battle, with Garcia set to receive regular reps there, too. All three are probably bound for roster spots, and the competition for playing time will linger into the regular season. In reality, the true spring battle might lie behind that trio. The addition of a 26th man gives the Padres some flexibility to get creative with their utility pieces.

My 2 cents: Just platoon Dozier and Garcia...but AJP wont let Profar go..it may have to be snatched off his cold dead hands.

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The Padres aren't going to make every decision based on winning right now. If they were truly in that mode, Betts or Lindor would be a Padre, probably Kluber or Clevinger too. "Win now" doesn't look like Preller being as protective as he is of prospects.

In reality, we're in "let's get to the other side of .500 and if everything goes right maybe we push for a WC" mode.

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The Padres aren't going to make every decision based on winning right now. If they were truly in that mode, Betts or Lindor would be a Padre, probably Kluber or Clevinger too. "Win now" doesn't look like Preller being as protective as he is of prospects.

In reality, we're in "let's get to the other side of .500 and if everything goes right maybe we push for a WC" mode.

"Win now" doesn't mean "bet the farm"

They can be in "win now" and still not have Betts if the cost was too high.

But, to your point to some extent, I'm sure they're also realistic. On paper a WC is a more realistic expectation even if they should most definitely aim for the division.